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WINS 4 Life

Role Model 101 Testimonials

Over the past two years, we have received countless testimonials from those  who have participated in Role Model 101. Therefore, we limit our postings to one or two testimonials per event. We appreciate your continued support and recommendations. We are grateful to everyone who has attended W4L events.

Thank You!

Andover, Ma. (Recreation Dept.)

*Role Model 101 was fun and informative. It definitely changed my attitude towards working with kids. It was very well done and organized. “PAT BE ME” and the other acronyms were a great way to teach. The “Philosophy Feud” game was the culmination of the Role Model 101 lessons.

 

 

Carlisle, MA.  (Recreation Dept.)

* I thought the commentary and activities were thought provoking and insightful. David’s enthusiasm makes    the experience even more interesting.  As an elementary education major, I will carry his teaching insight with me to the classroom.

 

* Each segment of Role Model 101 is worthwhile, meaningful, helpful and instrumental. I learned a lot.  David doesn’t just lecture to the audience, he involves as many participants as he can. All of the information is relevant. I thought the workshop was very good.

 

East Haddam, CT.  (Recreation Dept.)

* Excellent information, good points, factual, educational, and on target. You kept our attention with hard facts and fun learning experiences, while not letting us forget the seriousness of our jobs, life and teachings. Advocacy for children (people in general) has long been a topic that has needed attention.

 

* This is my second time attending Role Model 101 and I still learned a lot from it! It is very informative and a wonderful experience. The workshop demonstrates new ways of thinking and viewing situations. It covers all scenarios. 

 

East Windsor, CT.  (The Family Resource Center)

* I was very impressed. I had a great time! Role Model 101 was very informative, fun and positive.  It provided great ideas to apply to my life and to my work, how to deal better with every day situations,  and how to make a difference with the kids.

 

Enfield, CT.  (Recreation Dept.)

* I’m glad I came in contact with Role Model 101. It was very informative, including great teaching lessons and motivational lessons that I will never forget. I learned things that I can incorporate not only on the job, but in my personal life too. Getting the audience involved was a lot of fun. The games and activity booklet are great. All the material covered is essential.

 

* David is one of the best speakers that I have heard…a spectacular job! The workshop is  very informative and fun. I liked the group interactions and I learned a lot of great teaching methods.

 

Enfield, CT.  (Enfield Day Care.)

*  I had a blast! A fun touch to serious topics. Very helpful, motivational, and fun. A great way to learn.  

 

Hingham, MA.  (Recreation Dept.)

*  Role model  101 is a great workshop! It’s innovative, refreshing, modern, interactive, motivational,  and informational. It was a great presentation; the facilitator really knows his stuff.

 

* Those who attend our camp enjoy it and gain a positive experience from it. Something that contributes to this success is Role Model 101. The workshop helped with teamwork, trust and confidence.

 

Lynn, MA.  (Recreation Dept.)

* Role Model 101 was inspirational, motivational and fun. Mr. Vasquenza brought our group together. The workshop was a lot of fun and informative. It was a very good experience and I learned a lot from it. I would highly recommend WINS For Life.

 

Monroe, CT.  (The Magic Kingdom)

* Role Model 101 is an excellent workshop. It is a great refresher for someone with a teaching degree and even more informative for the less experienced teacher. 

 

* I enjoyed the workshop, especially the level of participation and enthusiasm. I learned a lot, never realizing there is so much importance to every phase in the teaching vocation. The workshop was very helpful.

 

New Britain, CT.  (Recreation Department)

* Your motivation, enthusiasm, and willingness to understand the components of the after school program is most appreciated. Your lecture was not only educational, it was interactive with the audience. It gave staff  the ability to look within themselves and make some changes on their work ethic and the way they interact with the students. After your workshop on motivation and awareness for those that look up to you, I had staff approach me with ideas on what events we could incorporate into the after school program. Thank you again for accepting the challenge!

 

*  David is very positive, enthusiastic, well-spoken and professional. I thought it was great how he captured the audience with hands-on examples. I left the workshop a different person with more ideas for the after-school program.

 

New Fairfield, CT.  (Bright Beginnings)

*  I found Role Model 101 to be an invigorating, informative and motivational workshop. It offers key ideas, factors and methods on how to work with children, and how to jump start their desire to learn.

 

*  The workshop was fun, upbeat and full of useful information. Role Model 101 is well organized. It teaches how to be more positive and how to turn a child’s fears into a positive, while developing their self esteem.

 

New Milford, CT.  (The Education Center)

*  WINS 4 Life is doing is great! I learned a few new strategies to use in my business (owner of a day care provider). The energy and enthusiasm portrayed by the speakers was extremely from the heart.  Their knowledge and personal experiences help drive the subjects home to all the participants. I really liked the skits and the impact they presented…very strong analogies that will definitely stay with me.

 

*  Role Model 101 was a good experience. I learned a lot about things that I can use in my classroom (with the students and with the parents). The workshop was upbeat and very interesting. It provided a wide range of  information, great reinforcements, and some very fun and challenging activities.

 

Orange, CT.  (Recreation Department)

* The Role Model 101 workshop is full of good insight and well thought out material. The experience of the speaker is obvious. His presentation is balanced with a good sense of humor and useful information.  I learned new philosophies for teaching.

 

Raynham, MA.   (Recreation Dept.)

* This WINS For Life program was awesome. It was very informational and I think it will benefit our program as a whole. Role Model 101 was extremely insightful. I recommend this program to anyone who wants to develop a successful organization. I learned a lot about how to manage and be a productive counselor.

 

* The workshop consisted of appropriate topics that will serve as the building blocks of any camp structure. Role Model 101 was pleasurable and unique. There was an upbeat attitude, it held our interest and provided a great overview. The information will help me for the length of my job.

 

Shelton (The Hide Out)

* WINS 4 Life and Role Model 101 was an inspirational workshop that was as much about me as it was about the children. I learned how to maintain better balance and how to be more effective with the children as a role model.

 

Southborough, MA.   (Recreation Dept.)

* Dave is a very informative, effective teacher. He keeps the crowd interested. The activity ideas were awesome. The statistics portion has a real-life impact that is well-needed. I thought the workshop was very informative and enjoyable.

 

South Windsor (Recreation Department)

*  Role Model 101 provided us with strategies to role model, teach and discipline, including new activities. The speaker was very energetic, kept our attention and covered a vast amount of useful information.

 

* The workshop covered how we are shaping the lives of our young children by our values, positive attitude, morality, love and positive interactions. We learned how to deal with difficult situations at work and better ways to express thoughts to the parents of our students.

 

Taunton, MA.   (Recreation Dept.)

* David Vasquenza is an exceptional, motivated speaker who emphasizes the importance of working with and supporting the minds and spirit of all children. Role Model 101 was extremely well prepared… a very valuable lecture. I loved every minute!

 

Thompson, CT.   (Recreation Dept.)

* This workshop teaches you how to bring out the best in children while learning how to be the best that  you can be (professionally, personally, and academically). There was a lot to think about. I learned how to think outside the box and how to face tough situations. I learned the “What’s Next Theory”, how to find better balance, and how to take care of yourself while meeting the needs of others.  

 

Wallingford, CT.   (Recreation Dept.)

* Role Model 101 was a valuable workshop. It was definitely presented at a high level of teaching, fun and  gave us a wealth of valuable information. This workshop has enlightened me and left me with the feeling to be all that I can be. I was impressed with how all the key elements to work with children were addressed.

Bridgeport, CT.  (Cardinal Shehan Center)

* The atmosphere was great. Everyone enjoyed themselves through learning. The workshop provided an excellent opportunity to learn how to work effectively with children, while having fun. Role Model 101 provided a lot of information I found to be helpful. The packet was very good. I learned a lot by reading it.

   

* I found that Role Model 101 was important and motivational in preparing me not only for summer camp, but for life and future jobs. The energy was super. I learned about leadership, lessons to help the children  we serve, and how to be available to meet their needs.